Temporary Career Coach (1.5 months)

POSITION:                                   Temporary Career Coach (1.5 months)

JOB CLASS/GRADE:                   Specialist 1/Grade 8

WAGE:                                         $24/hour 

FLSA; EEO; WC:                          Non-exempt; Professionals; 8864

LOCATIONS:                              IRCO Main Office, 10301 NE Glisan St Portland OR 97220, Hybrid schedule

FTE; FT/PT; STATUS:                On call/Casual without Benefits

NUMBER OF POSITIONS:       (1)

APPLY AT:                                  www.irco.org 

STATUS:                                     Oncall/ Casual without Benefits

PROGRAM(S):                           PDX Youth@Work/SummerWorks (Youth Coaching)

SECTOR:                                     Workforce Development 

REQUIREMENTS:                      Must be able to drive occasionally/possess a valid driver’s license

This job announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. This is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Program Summary
Subsidized Work Experience and Stipend Learning Opportunities for young people ages 16 to 24 through a suite of programs known as PDX Youth@Work. These programs provide opportunities for career exposure, job readiness and workplace skills practice, professional development and paid Work Experience and Learning Opportunities. The service focus is young people facing barriers to employment, which include but are not limited to: Disability, justice system involvement, immigrant/refugee status, houselessness or engagement with the foster care system. PDX Youth@Work program services include: 

• Learning Opportunities prepare Participants for success in the workforce by providing academic and career-related Learning Opportunities. Learning Opportunities are hosted by Service Providers that serve young people in our community and are designed to promote the professional growth and development of Participants through practical and hands-on tasks, projects, and applications. 
• Year-round Work Experiences provide subsidized Work Experiences to young people from October through May. Participating worksites provide a structured working and learning environment, and Career Coaching Contractors provide job coaching and workplace Support Services. 
• SummerWorks is a summer jobs program providing subsidized Work Experience and Learning Opportunities to young people who are motivated to work but lack Credentials or experience or networks to find meaningful summer employment on their own. SummerWorks operates from June to September.

Position Summary

Youth Coaching Career Coach reports directly to the Program Coordinator (PC) or Sector Manager and supports Youth Coaching programs in Multnomah and Washington counties. Career Coaches will provide workforce development services to low-income youth who face barriers to employment. PDX Youth@Work/SummerWorks are essential programs that provide youth with paid work experiences (internships) and typically operate from October through May and June through September. As a team member, you will work with existing staff to assist in on-boarding youth into the program, work closely with Worksite Liaisons for worksite placement and troubleshooting/monitoring, engage in one-on-one coaching with assigned youth, deliver work readiness training, administer support services, and conduct intern exit-interviews. 

Essential Functions

Facilitating youth work experiences including, but not limited to: 

• Conducting youth orientations and collecting/managing essential forms and paperwork 
• Building relationships with assigned youth and potentially the partner agencies affiliated with the youth assigned 
• Working closely with Worksite Liaisons to place youth, address concerns, and offer support to ensure a successful experience for all 
• Offering support services including clothing and transportation necessary for position requirements and to support successful job completions 
• Leading work readiness workshops to help youth with the ‘soft skills’ necessary to succeed in their work experience 
• Maintaining close communication with Service Coordination (NextGen) contractors (as appropriate) or other partner agencies to ensure support needs are met and problems resolved that would be barriers to successful program participation and completion 
• Tracking and reporting data as required in the program design 
• Completing data-entry and maintaining files for each youth on your caseload 
• Regularly reporting to Project Coordinator and attending weekly program meetings
• Maintaining active engagement and participation with 50-80 youth at one time 

Secondary Functions

Must be able to do the following to the best of your ability: 

• Function in a positive manner in a demanding work environment 
• Demonstrate a high degree of flexibility to respond to priorities and schedules that may change rapidly 
• Meet multiple, sometimes conflicting deadlines and commitments 
• Utilize a personal computer, read, and analyze data 
• Competently collaborate with and have knowledge of diverse cultures, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, gender identities, personalities, and perspectives 
• Treat all youth and supervisors in a respectful and equitable manner and be willing and able to advocate for program participants if necessary 
• Work with distressed or concerned youth, parents, and others in an effective manner 
• Organize files and records systematically and maintain a high level of confidentiality 
• Listen for understanding and foster a problem-solving approach to addressing challenges 
• Communicate effectively with a variety of personality types and people from a wide variety of professional backgrounds both inside and outside of IRCO 
• Work flexible hours to meet the needs of youth and maintain a professional level of punctuality 
• Ability to conduct occasional driving/travel all over Portland Metro area 

Education & Experience

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum 1 year of experience working with youth
• Must be able to pass criminal history background check
• A combination of any of the following:

     o Knowledge and/or experience in job development and placement activities

     o Knowledge and/or experience of vocational and/or placement counseling for youth

     o Knowledge of the local job market and concerns of employers

     o Knowledge and/or experience with teaching or group facilitation 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills
• Strong skills in intercultural, interpersonal, and organizational communication
• Communicate effectively in a positive manner verbally, in writing, and by phone
• Strong communication skills in a multilingual, multicultural team and organization

Physical, Mental, & Environmental Requirements

• Hybrid or Office setting job
• Positions require some analysis of problems or decision-making ability
• Ability to work independently
• Work schedule may have fluctuations as necessary

Supervisory Responsibilities

Positions at this level are not responsible for any supervisory functions, or responsibilities, but may occasionally be asked to orient and/or train new employees or volunteers.

What We Offer

IRCO is a very employee-friendly workplace and offers great benefit package to our staff:

• Many flexible working arrangements and schedule
• Amazing opportunity to work with people who come from all over the world
• Work that helps your community 
• 3 to 6 weeks of PTO per year 
• 401k match of over 100% on first 5%, immediate vesting 
• 3% match for student loans or college savings 
• 12 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday
• Medical & Dental insurance options with 90% coverage for employee AND Families, no deductibles
• Employer Paid Life, Short term, and Long-term Disability Insurance 
• Flexible spending account

Required Engagement 

Engage fully in recommended professional development, as well as other assigned or required training activities.  This engagement can also include participation in optional activities that embrace IRCO’s mission, vision, and values-based initiatives. 

How To Apply

1. Complete the IRCO application in our Careers Portal: IRCO Application for Employment.  
2. Upload your resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications for this position IRCO Careers.  
3. For questions about this position, please email [email protected]

Please note that physical applications are accessible from IRCO’s main office, 10301 NE Glisan, Portland, OR 97220. Due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to contact applicants or return calls regarding applications. Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and IRCO application. 

IRCO is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any characteristics protected by law. We will make reasonable accommodations to meet our obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws.